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BUFFALO, MY - I would have thought by now that everyone has a GPS unit but it remains the most in-demand father's day gift and something many people are searching for.
Why? I know many people with built-in car GPS systems who find the interface so convoluted and difficult to operate they'd much rather have a portable unit, it's often a prohibitively expensive add-on, and many other viewers I spoke to want one for vacation.
So, here you go! Please keep in mind that these prices are not expected to last and despite tens of thousands of stock, these GPS units will sell-out quickly. As the units sell-out, you'll notice that certain models are available for store pick-up only, the prices could go up a lot higher or a model other than what I specify below can take its place.
1. Tomtom XL 350 4.3" Portable GPS for $49 down from $130 at Walmart.
Great mark-down on a highly-sought after unit bringing your savings to $81. This is a refurbished unit and if you're going to buy it, I recommend Free Shipping site to Store. Features spoken turn-by-turn directions with street names read. CLICK HERE.
2. Garmin Nuvi 255WT Portable GPS with FREE Lifetime Traffic updates at $79 at Best Buy.
I've seen this unit sold for $150-160 recently so the $79 pricepoint today is fantastic and this is one of my favorite GPS units on the market especially since it includes free lifetime traffic updates for the life of this device. Brand new. Works in Canada as well. Features spoken turn-by-turn directions with street names read. CLICK HERE.
3. Garmin Nuvi 1200 Portable GPS System for $79 down from $150 at Office Depot.
I'd only buy this one if the #2 deal from Best Buy sells out or you want something really small. This ultra-thin design is pocket-size and although I found this item for $59 late last year and a deal in March for $10 less, this is still one of the best offerings on the market for a new device. Features spoken turn-by-turn directions with street names read. CLICK HERE.
Buyer's advice: if you can't afford more than $50, the Walmart deal is a great option. If you have a little more to spend, the Lifetime Traffic Updates and features of the $79 deal at Best Buy is my first choice. I've enjoyed using both units and while the interface is a tiny-bit more user friendly on the TomTom to follow (in my opinion), the Garmin units are easier to program or to input a destination.
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